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Uzbekistan
Russia to Hold Military Drills Near Afghan Border in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan
By Catherine Putz
Moscow is also reported to be open to some kind of cooperation with the U.S., though far short of American bases in Central Asia.
Russia Cautions Central Asia Against Hosting US Forces
By Catherine Putz
As the U.S. looks to station over-the-horizon capabilities to address issues in Afghanistan, Central Asia is an obvious locale.
Uzbek Singer Abandons Presidential Ambitions
By Catherine Putz
Jahongir Otajonov, picked by the banned Erk party as its presidential candidate, has reportedly quit the race.
Envisioning Central Asia’s Green Recovery
By Anna Bjerde
For Central Asia, a green, resilient, and inclusive recovery opens great opportunities for prosperity.
New Opposition Party in Uzbekistan Denied Registration, Again
By Catherine Putz
The Truth and Progress party, after being rejected in April, re-applied but was again rejected by the Ministry of Justice.
UN Working Group Finds Kadyr Yusupov’s Detention in Uzbekistan Arbitrary
By Catherine Putz
The working group called on Uzbek authorities to immediately release the former diplomat.
Mirziyoyev Asks EAEU for Benefits Up Front
By Umida Hashimova
Uzbekistan is an observer in the Eurasian Economic Union, but in a recent speech it’s clear Tashkent wants to see the benefits of membership before making the leap.
Taliban Tells Afghanistan’s Neighbors Not to Host US Forces
By Catherine Putz
"If such a step is taken, then the responsibility for all the misfortunes and difficulties lies upon those who commit such mistakes.”
Official Hints at Challenges for Chinese Businesses in Uzbekistan
By Umida Hashimova
The Uzbek state plays a huge role in the country’s economy, generating difficulties for foreign investors trying to operate in Uzbekistan.
Uzbek Authorities Deny Registration to New Political Party With Presidential Ambitions
By Catherine Putz
Khidirnazar Allaqulov’s first attempt to register his Haqiqat va Taraqqiyot (Truth and Development) Social Democratic Party has been refused by state authorities amid a pressure campaign.
Uzbek Blogger Otabek Sattoriy Sentenced to 6.5 Years
By Catherine Putz
Otabek Sattoriy, a blogger who often covered local corruption, has been sentenced on charges of extortion and libel.
Uzbek Blogger Bazarov Under House Arrest Facing Libel Charges
By Catherine Putz
A month after being brutally beaten, Bazarov was released from the hospital and swiftly charged for insulting his old school in an October 2020 TikTok video.